Scrum Master

$85,400 - $149,500/Yr

Marsh McLennan - Morristown, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - Morristown, NJ

5,001-10,000 employees

Insurance Carriers and Related Activities

About the position

As a Scrum Master at Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA), you will lead the implementation of Agile methodologies within the Data team, facilitating collaboration and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality applications. Your role will involve prioritizing requirements, guiding the team through sprint planning, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. You will act as a liaison between the team and external stakeholders, manage multiple scrum teams, and promote adherence to MMA's technology standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of Agile methodologies and facilitate collaboration within the team.
• Prioritize requirements and guide the team through sprint planning and backlog grooming.
• Foster continuous improvement and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Identify and address obstacles to ensure successful delivery of applications.
• Facilitate data-related Scrum events, such as Data Sprint Planning, Data Stand-ups, Data Reviews, and Data Retrospectives.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging teams to reflect on their processes and outcomes during retrospectives.
• Coach and mentor team members on Agile principles and practices.
• Monitor and track project progress, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work.
• Act as a liaison between the team and stakeholders, managing expectations and providing updates.
• Advocate for the team's needs and ensure a productive and positive work environment.

Requirements

• 7+ years in a Scrum Master or similar role.
• Experience in facilitating M&A Data Integration sessions and managing M&A activities.
• Ability to manage multiple scrum teams and stakeholder management.
• Experience in creating, reviewing, and approving plans for delivering M&A project outcomes.
• Strong analytical skills to identify and address obstacles.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related degree, or relevant experience.

Benefits

• Generous time off, including personal and volunteering.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Remote work options.
• Charitable contribution match programs.
• Stock purchase opportunities.